I don't know about you but I'm actually looking forward to back-to-school shopping this year. While it may seem like a hassle, it also means a fresh start and the best way to do that is start with a new backpack. Last year's backpack started to look a little tattered towards the end of the year after being lugged and dragged across many playgrounds and classrooms and if your kids are anything like mine, their style has changed in the past three months so a new design is definitely in order. When shopping for a backpack this season look for durability, washability and of course, how stylish it will be when they're carrying it every single day. Here's a few of my favorites that will last you through the whole next year and perhaps, beyond.

Christine Fox is an Everyday Mama to three and a San Diego based freelance writer. She loves everything that has to do with shopping and being the talk of the playgroup when she finds the perfect shirt and diaper bag. Her fashion philosophy is simple, that being a mom does not mean that you should sacrifice style. You can be a mom and still be stylish! When she is not shopping or writing about shopping, she can be found playing with her two kids at the park. Her favorite stores are Target, Nordstrom and Anthropologie but when it comes to finding the perfect pair of jeans, no store is off limits. She has her own daily blog at everydaymama.com and is a daily contributor to stylebakerymom.com. For more mom finds, follow her on Twitter @EverydayMama.